Kitchens to love…

One of my favorite rooms in the home is the kitchen.  I love the design aspects, the cabinetry and organization options, and the endless meals prepared there.  But I think it may be the overall feel that a kitchen represents that makes it my favorite room.  You can really live in a kitchen!

Homework, flower arranging, creative projects, late night gab sessions, surfing the net, hanging out, and of course the endless baking and cooking that goes on here.  Life really happens here!

Everyone always gravitates to the kitchen at a party and kids of all ages congregate in the space, including the family pets.  That’s why I love a good kitchen.

Great kitchens come in all shapes and sizes.  They can be cozy or grand, bright or neutral, contemporary or country.  It’s more about creating a kitchen that works with your lifestyle, so the room really becomes a part of your life. 

If your kitchen falls short of being the most used room in your home, maybe a kitchen update or renovation is in order.  Yes, the most beautiful kitchen renovations can be quite pricey, yet some of the simplest changes can make your kitchen feel updated, organized or more spacious.

Minor remodeling can enlarge your space and make it work for your family and your lifestyle.  Consider consulting with a professional to make your kitchen all it can be.  Talking over the ideas and options can make it seem less daunting and more attainable.

So, whether you have the kitchen of your dreams, or are still dreaming away, here are some wonderful, personal kitchens to enjoy.  They may even inspire you to do a little cooking…  (All photos from House Beautiful)